Larrivet Haut Brion Vintage:2009 exotic spices and dark fruit

exotic spices and dark fruit add to the wine's total allure and seductive power

Best from 2023 through 2043

Vina Ardanza Reserva and Gran Reserva 904

mineral reduction and lemon rind

leather and herbal tea

Larrivet Haut Brion Vintage:2009 exotic spices and dark fruitThe 2009 Larrivet Haut Brion feels a little pinched on the nose, quite backward with black cherry and light black olive scents, becoming more marine like with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannin, slightly grainy in texture with brown spices sprinkled over the structured finish that feels a little bitter and rustic. Not sure how this will age. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 2009 Bordeaux tasting. Neal Martin